HazMat (Hazard Materials) Physical Examination or ERT Exam (Emergency Response Team) is required by OSHA standards at the work places, where exposure to hazardous chemicals or other materials may cause a variety of health problems: skin and mucous membrane irritation; reproductive problems; bone marrow changes with altered blood cell production; impaired liver and/or kidney function; and changes in the neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems. Workers who routinely handle hazardous waste for disposal, have exposures to bloodborne pathogens, and/or assist in clean up of chemical spills must be screened on a regular basis. Medical Screening potentialy includes:

• Health/work history review
• Physical exam targeting systems that could be affected by hazardous chemicals
• Lab work will also be checked
• Hepatitis B vaccinations
• Hearing testing
• Pulmonary Function Testing
• Chest X-Rays
• ECG (Electo-Cardio-Gram)